Jeff Kerr
About Jeff Kerr
Jeff Kerr is a Director at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in the specialty metals industry, with a strong background in process engineering and regulatory compliance.
Current Role at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group
Jeff Kerr serves as a Director at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, a position he has held since 2019. He operates in the Portland, Oregon area, where he leads systems integration projects. His focus is on process qualification for engineering teams, leveraging his extensive background in process engineering and industrial automation.
Previous Experience in Specialty Metals Industry
Prior to his current role, Jeff Kerr accumulated significant experience in the specialty metals industry. He worked at Cristal as a Business Development Project Manager for Titanium Metallurgy from 2013 to 2019. Before that, he held various positions at ATI Wah Chang, including Senior Technical Services Engineer and Manager of Titanium Sponge Operations, contributing to his expertise in regulatory compliance and industrial automation.
Educational Background in Engineering
Jeff Kerr studied at Oregon State University, where he earned two Bachelor of Science degrees. He completed his degree in Chemical Engineering from 1988 to 1993 and also studied Forest Products (Pulp & Paper) during the same period. This educational foundation supports his extensive knowledge in process engineering and materials science.
Expertise in Hydrogen Purification and Silicon Processing
Kerr possesses in-depth knowledge of hydrogen purification membranes, particularly palladium copper. He also has a strong background in process engineering for semiconductor-grade silicon, which enhances his capabilities in managing complex engineering projects and regulatory compliance within the specialty metals sector.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout his career, Jeff Kerr has held various engineering and management roles across multiple companies. His experience includes positions at Georgia-Pacific LLC as a Process Engineer and WR Grace as a Technical Sales Representative. He also worked at James River Corporation as a Student Process Engineer early in his career, contributing to his diverse skill set.